A Novel That Doesn't Turn a Blind Eye to the Reality of Hospitals, Illness, and Care

At the center of the work "The Plague," doctors and citizens confront the infectious disease and absurd deaths in the quarantined town of Oran. Instead of hastily judging the outcome of events, let’s look at the information known to the characters at the time and the conditions they could choose. By placing "The Plague" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who enjoy classic literature on solidarity in disasters and professional ethics.

Important to note in "The Plague": It is a fictional narrative about an epidemic and should be distinguished from modern quarantine guidelines. The publication information is by Albert Camus, published by 민음사 (Minumsa) in 2011, ISBN 9788937462672.

At the center of the work "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" is a successful judge who reflects on his life as he confronts illness and death. By marking the repeated places and things, one can more accurately find the moments when emotions shift. By placing "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who want to contemplate attitudes toward death and care through a brief classic.

Important to note in "The Death of Ivan Ilyich": The process of suffering and death is described directly. The publication information is by L.N. Tolstoy, published by 민음사 (Minumsa) in 2023, ISBN 9788937464386.

At the center of the work "God's Carte 1: The Strange Doctor," a local hospital's internist struggles between overwork and the responsibility of being with patients. By comparing the silence and interventions of surrounding characters, it becomes clear that the conflicts are not merely individual problems. By placing "God's Carte 1: The Strange Doctor" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who enjoy warm narratives about the daily lives and relationships of healthcare professionals.

Important to note in "God's Carte 1: The Strange Doctor": It is set against the backdrop of the Japanese medical system and is not based on actual medical guidelines. The publication information is by Natsukawa Sosuke, published by 아르테 (Arte) in 2018, ISBN 9788950974275.

At the center of the work "The Glory of the Batista Surgical Team," an investigation into the consecutive deaths of a high-success-rate cardiac surgery team reveals cracks in the hospital's organization. By reading the narrator's descriptions alongside the actual events, the hidden tensions of the work become clearer. By placing "The Glory of the Batista Surgical Team" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who enjoy medical mysteries and organizational conflicts.

Important to note in "The Glory of the Batista Surgical Team": It deals with surgical deaths and allegations of medical accidents. The publication information is by Kaido Takeru, published by 예담 (Yedam) in 2007, ISBN 9788959131907.

At the center of the work "Closed Ward," individuals residing in a mental hospital confront each other's wounds and the events that occur within the ward. By distinguishing between permitted choices and prohibited choices for the characters, the impact of the era and the system can be seen. By placing "Closed Ward" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who want to read a heavy novel centered on the relationships and dignity of patients.

Important to note in "Closed Ward": It addresses issues of suicide, sexual violence, murder, and discrimination against mental illness. The publication information is by 하하키기 호세이 (Hahakigi Hosei), published by 시공사 (Sigungsa) in 2009, ISBN 9788952755193.

At the center of the work "Carte of Prayer," resident Suwano circulates through a university hospital, learning the circumstances behind a patient's symptoms and the reasons for refusing treatment. Observing how a doctor listens to and interprets behaviors that cannot be explained solely by test results reveals the role of conversation in medical care. By placing "Carte of Prayer" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who want to read a series of mysteries about interactions in various medical fields.

Important to note in "Carte of Prayer": It deals with overdose of sleeping pills, refusal of surgery, burns, and seizures, but these should not be interpreted as actual diagnoses or treatment guidelines. The publication information is by Chinen Mikito, published by 소미미디어 (Somi Media) in 2019, ISBN 9791163899228.

At the center of the work "About My Daughter," a mother who is a caregiver lives with her daughter's same-sex partner, confronting care and prejudice. By following who holds the information and who learns late, the power dynamics naturally emerge. By placing "About My Daughter" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who want to realistically consider the boundaries of elderly care and family.

Important to note in "About My Daughter": It addresses discrimination against sexual minorities and the diseases and deaths of the elderly. The publication information is by Kim Hye-jin, published by 민음사 (Minumsa) in 2017, ISBN 9788937473173.

At the center of the work "Shoot My Heart," two young individuals forcibly admitted to a psychiatric hospital seek their own freedom amidst control and stigma. By observing how the subject referred to by the title changes in each scene, the theme becomes clearer. By placing "Shoot My Heart" alongside other books that do not ignore the realities of hospitals, illness, and care, we can see the specific points where patients' choices, healthcare professionals' responsibilities, and family care collide within the diagnosis and treatment process. Recommended for readers who want to explore the power dynamics of closed wards and the friendships of patients.

Important to note in "Shoot My Heart": It deals with involuntary admission to a psychiatric hospital, suicide attempts, violence, and coercive treatment, so caution is needed based on current experiences. The publication information is by Jung Yoo-jung, published by 은행나무 (Eunhaengnamu) in 2026, ISBN 9791167376275.